New traffic patterns went into effect early this morning (Sept. 18) at the intersection of Route 70 and Cedar Bridge Avenue, here.

“We believe the improvements to this area will help ease some of the traffic congestion and provide a safer intersection,” said Freeholder John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Engineering Department. “Ocean County has worked closely with Brick Township to provide this improvement.”

A new traffic signal on the west side of Cedar Bridge Avenue was turned on at 5 a.m., Sept. 18. The signal helps with the flow of traffic around a new jughandle, which is used for motorists heading south on Route 70 or west on Cedar Bridge Avenue.

“Brick Township is committed to providing the residents and visitors with safe passage throughout the township,” said Brick Township Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis.   “With the cooperation of Ocean County and State agencies, the most congested intersections in town have been vastly improved allowing for safer travel and hopefully reducing accidents.”

With the new traffic pattern, motorists can no longer make a left onto Cedar Bridge Avenue from Route 70 southbound. Motorists traveling west on Cedar Bridge Avenue can no longer make a left onto Route 70 southbound. Instead, motorists will use the newly completed jughandle to access these areas.

“By eliminating these traffic movements traffic can flow easier with the extended time the green lights will now have at the intersection,” said Ocean County Engineer Frank Scarantino.